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Baked Italian Chicken Recipe

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 325kcal
Author: Becky Hardin
Enjoy a juicy, flavorful entree with this easy Baked Italian Chicken. Not only can you season it with ease, but it also bakes in no time, leaving you with a satisfying meal to enjoy with family and friends.
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Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup Italian salad dressing
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Place 4 raw chicken breasts in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
    4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    ingredients for baked Italian chicken
  • In a small bowl, mix the Italian dressing and garlic powder together.
    1 cup Italian salad dressing, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Pour the dressing evenly over all chicken breasts.
    4 chicken breasts topped with Italian dressing in a white baking pan
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F. Be sure to check the middle of the thickest part of the breast.
  • Remove the chicken from the oven. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over all 4 chicken breasts. Place the pan back into the oven and bake for 5 more minutes or until the cheese creates a lightly golden crust.
    ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
    4 chicken breasts topped with Italian dressing in a white baking dish after baking
  • Remove the chicken from the oven and serve hot. Drizzle with extra dressing from the bottom of baking dish and garnish with fresh parsley.
    1 tablespoon fresh parsley

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Notes

  • Storage: Store chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
  • Dressing: Any kind of zesty store bought or homemade Italian dressing works great. I love this homemade Italian dressing recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 906mg | Potassium: 491mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 247IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 153mg | Iron: 1mg